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By Aftab Ahmed | December 23, 2025
PayFast marked eight years in Pakistan by launching Rah-e-Raast, a doorstep QR payment solution aimed at reducing cash usage. PayFast marked its eight-year milestone at NASTP in Karachi with the launch of Rah-e-Raast, a new initiative designed to enable QR-based payments at the point of delivery—helping businesses reduce reliance on cash and strengthen Pakistan’s shift…
By NewzTodays Editorial Team | December 21, 2025
Islamabad: The government has launched Zarkheze APP to digitize agriculture finance, enabling farmers to digitally apply and obtain financing up to Rs. 1 million. The Finance Division Government of Pakistan, in collaboration with State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and the Pakistan Banks Association (PBA), has launched Zarkheze, a digital platform designed to revolutionize agricultural financing. KP…
By Salman Khan | November 25, 2025
The Punjab government has introduced a digital service allowing citizens to quickly access updated land records from their homes. The initiative, launched under the Punjab Urban Land Systems Enhancement project, aims to modernise property documentation across the province. Officials say the Registration of Deeds portal now lets users download verified land records within seconds using…
By Salman Khan | November 22, 2025
Islamabad residents can now complete biometric verification for vehicle transfers directly through the Pak ID mobile app of NADRA. The app-based system allows both sellers and buyers to verify their identity from home, making the transfer process faster, simpler and more efficient. Authorities say the new digital system reduces queues and streamlines paperwork, sending applicants…
By Salman Khan | November 20, 2025
The Punjab Traffic Police have announced plans to modernise the driving licence system by deploying AI-equipped vehicles for on-road driving tests. Officials say the initiative is intended to curb corruption and strengthen transparency within the licensing process, a longstanding concern for authorities and applicants alike. A formal summary seeking approval for the purchase of 32…
By Salman Khan | November 20, 2025
In view of the ongoing 11.11 sale campaigns worldwide, Kaspersky warns about scam and phishing targeting online shoppers in 2025. The cybersecurity firm highlights emerging scam trends designed to impersonate trusted brands and lure buyers into revealing sensitive data. Fake websites mimicking large e-commerce platforms are stealing payment data, confirming orders that will never arrive,…
By Aftab Ahmed | November 19, 2025
The Ministry of IT & Telecom (MoITT) supported the launch of the AI Leaders Fellowship Pakistan in Karachi, through Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB). Together with Google Cloud in collaboration with SAP and TMC (TallyMarks Consulting), this initiative brings together major enterprises, global technology partners, and stakeholders from Pakistan’s digital ecosystem to enhance the country’s…
By Salman Khan | November 19, 2025
Meta has introduced a mobile content protection tool that helps Facebook creators safeguard their original reels from unauthorized reposts online. The feature alerts creators when their reel appears on Facebook or Instagram through uploads made without permission from the owner. Creators can block visibility for reposted reels, monitor their performance, or add attribution links directing…
By Salman Khan | November 19, 2025
Google launched Gemini 3, its latest artificial intelligence model, highlighting immediate integration into revenue-generating consumer and enterprise products globally. The new release arrives 11 months after Gemini 2, aiming to maintain the leadership position of Google in the competitive artificial intelligence race. CEO Sundar Pichai described Gemini 3 as “our most intelligent model,” emphasizing improvements…
By Salman Khan | November 18, 2025
The Benazir Income Support Programme has launched Social Protection Wallets for one million beneficiaries to ensure transparency, security, and ease of assistance. BISP is distributing free mobile SIM cards to eligible women nationwide to facilitate access to its new digital payment system. This rollout follows directives from President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz…